Matt & Angel R.
Columbia, MO
Matt & Angel R. have Star Sitter status
The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.
🐶 What type of zoo has only 1 dog?
Pet care experience
A Shih Tzu 😂 Paws up! Are you searching for a fun, safe, dog-loving family to spoil—err, watch—your furry best friend while you’re away? You’re in the right place. But before you pack your pup’s bags and send them on their tail-wagging vacation, please read below to help us get things rolling smoothly! 🐾 We’ve been pet pros for over 20 years—from the high-energy zoomie champions to the wise old tail-waggers needing extra care and meds. Whether your pup is a social butterfly or prefers solo snuggles, we provide a cozy, safe space so you can travel without the guilt trip. Expect daily pics, videos, and maybe even a few glamour shots of your dog living their best life. ⸻ ✨**To speed things up, here’s what we need from you:**✨ ✔️ A fully completed profile (tell us all the good stuff—quirks, likes, dislikes, secret belly rub spots) ✔️ A meet-n-greet before any first-time stay ✔️ Copy of current vaccinations (we’ll return it after vacay) ✔️ Housebroken pups only—no indoor surprises, please ✔️ Flea & tick prevention is a must (no hitchhikers!) ✔️ Clean pups at check-in—no mud monsters or mystery smells 🚫 Don’t leave out important info—surprises are great for birthdays, not dog care ⸻ Thanks for sniffing around our page—we can’t wait to meet your four-legged family member! 🐶💛
Reviews
I love the “stories” and pictures I get while my girls are with them. They take great care of my fur family.
Matt and Angel did an awesome job making Bella feel at home immediately! Their own pups are very laid back and added to her ease in adapting. They provided great updates with information specific to Bella’s habits and personality so I knew they understood our sweetheart well! We hope they will be available when Bella needs care in the future!
Our pups received stellar care with Matt and Angel! We may have found our go-to for all future trips when our pups can't travel with us. I know for a fact Gloria and Louie had an excellent time, got so much love and care, and we got evening updates with a special flare every night. If they will have us, we'd love to come back!
Matt and Angel did a wonderful job taking care of our dogs! They sent daily updates/pictures and clearly cared about making sure our pets were happy and well looked after. We felt completely at ease knowing our dogs were in such great hands. We will definitely be using them again and highly recommend their services to anyone looking for trustworthy and loving pet sitters!
About Matt & Angel R.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
Safety is our top priority—right after belly rubs and treat distribution, of course. We treat your pup like one of our own (and ours are pretty spoiled). The backyard is under constant zoomie surveillance thanks to a Nest cam—perfect for monitoring playtime and collecting blackmail footage for future birthday montages. We’ve also got a Furbo cam keeping tabs inside, complete with treat-launching powers and the ability to say, “Hey, quit licking the couch!” when we’re away. At night, motion sensor lights turn the yard into a well-lit stage for those dramatic late-night potty performances. The backyard is fully fenced in with a 6-foot barrier—no escape artists allowed—and our XL doggy door means they can come and go during the day like royalty. For extra peace of mind, every pup—including yours—gets their own Tractive GPS tracker, just in case someone gets a wild hair. We only book one client at a time, so your dog gets our undivided attention and VIP treatment. No kennels here—our crew roams free! But if your pup prefers a cozy crate, we’ve got options or you’re welcome to bring their favorite snooze-mobile from home.
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Information Matt & Angel R. would like to know about your pet
Before your pup’s first staycation with us, we like to schedule a meet-n-greet—think of it as a sniff-and-chat session. We prefer you to stop by our place so our dogs can show off their turf and we can get to know your pups quirks, routines, and preferred belly rub zones. It also gives the dogs a chance to size each other up in a non-dramatic soap-opera kind of way. To keep things comfy and clean for all our guests, we do ask that your pup be house-trained and up-to-date on flea and tick protection (we love visitors, but not the six-legged kind). Before we book, let us know if your furry friend has any special needs—dietary restrictions, meds, anxiety, fear of mail trucks—anything that helps us give them the best care possible.
A typical day
We’re early birds—not by choice, but because our pups run a tight ship. Mornings kick off with feedings, meds, walks, and the required allotment of head pats and booty scratches. Our furry bosses are Semaj, an 8-year-old rescued pit mix with a heart of gold (and a bark to match), and Sophie, a gentle 7-year-old rescued golden who thinks she’s royalty—and honestly, she might be. After work, we tag-team playtime, rotating between their impressive BarkBox hoard (they’re surprisingly generous about sharing), backyard zoomies in the fenced yard, and mealtime. As the sun sets, it’s time for our 1–1.5 mile walk—part exercise, part neighborhood patrol. Then comes the grand finale: a nightcap of treats and belly rubs before everyone collapses into a cozy dog pile. Weekends? We keep it chill. A mix of home projects, movie marathons, and strategic laziness. Basically, if your pup joins the crew, they’re signing up for a life of structure, snuggles, and possibly an unhealthy attachment to squeaky toys.
Services
Matt & Angel can host
Availability
We both work full-time gigs—one of us is out the door by 7, the other by 8, and we’re back by late afternoon (like responsible adults… or so we pretend). Our shifts are 7–3:30 and 8–4:30, but fear not—we can swing by during lunch breaks for potty missions, snack delivery, or med time if your pup needs it. Outside of work hours, it’s all paws on deck! Mornings, evenings, and weekends are dedicated to pack time—zoomies in the yard, fetch marathons, and the occasional field trip to the dog park for some tail-wagging socializing. Basically, we clock in for work, but we live for the dog time.
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About Matt & Angel R.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
Safety is our top priority—right after belly rubs and treat distribution, of course. We treat your pup like one of our own (and ours are pretty spoiled). The backyard is under constant zoomie surveillance thanks to a Nest cam—perfect for monitoring playtime and collecting blackmail footage for future birthday montages. We’ve also got a Furbo cam keeping tabs inside, complete with treat-launching powers and the ability to say, “Hey, quit licking the couch!” when we’re away. At night, motion sensor lights turn the yard into a well-lit stage for those dramatic late-night potty performances. The backyard is fully fenced in with a 6-foot barrier—no escape artists allowed—and our XL doggy door means they can come and go during the day like royalty. For extra peace of mind, every pup—including yours—gets their own Tractive GPS tracker, just in case someone gets a wild hair. We only book one client at a time, so your dog gets our undivided attention and VIP treatment. No kennels here—our crew roams free! But if your pup prefers a cozy crate, we’ve got options or you’re welcome to bring their favorite snooze-mobile from home.
Home
Information Matt & Angel R. would like to know about your pet
Before your pup’s first staycation with us, we like to schedule a meet-n-greet—think of it as a sniff-and-chat session. We prefer you to stop by our place so our dogs can show off their turf and we can get to know your pups quirks, routines, and preferred belly rub zones. It also gives the dogs a chance to size each other up in a non-dramatic soap-opera kind of way. To keep things comfy and clean for all our guests, we do ask that your pup be house-trained and up-to-date on flea and tick protection (we love visitors, but not the six-legged kind). Before we book, let us know if your furry friend has any special needs—dietary restrictions, meds, anxiety, fear of mail trucks—anything that helps us give them the best care possible.
A typical day
We’re early birds—not by choice, but because our pups run a tight ship. Mornings kick off with feedings, meds, walks, and the required allotment of head pats and booty scratches. Our furry bosses are Semaj, an 8-year-old rescued pit mix with a heart of gold (and a bark to match), and Sophie, a gentle 7-year-old rescued golden who thinks she’s royalty—and honestly, she might be. After work, we tag-team playtime, rotating between their impressive BarkBox hoard (they’re surprisingly generous about sharing), backyard zoomies in the fenced yard, and mealtime. As the sun sets, it’s time for our 1–1.5 mile walk—part exercise, part neighborhood patrol. Then comes the grand finale: a nightcap of treats and belly rubs before everyone collapses into a cozy dog pile. Weekends? We keep it chill. A mix of home projects, movie marathons, and strategic laziness. Basically, if your pup joins the crew, they’re signing up for a life of structure, snuggles, and possibly an unhealthy attachment to squeaky toys.
Location
Columbia, MO
Pets
Matt & Angel R.
Columbia, MO